ViewpointHidden gem
Ord of Caithness
Helmsdale, Scotland
The steep, sweeping stretch of the A9 on the Sutherland-Caithness border.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 10 min
The road climbs hard here, heading into Caithness with long views down to the sea. There's no big attraction, just a noteworthy landmark on the drive north.
Good to know
- Pull in at a safe layby to take pictures
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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